I have a news about my scripts.

[Supreme Admiral]

Just want to letting you know that my scripts are going very well. Currently, I am written fourth episode and it's going to be very dark in the future episodes. I am trying to find a sense to write a perfect scripts when it comes to characters.

Last month, a friend of mine, we were discussed my scripts. I told him that I am going to do movie scripts coming next year, but want to know where to write on it, he recommended the Microsoft word.

Each person I spoke with, they also recommend the Microsoft word as well. I do not understand why they recommend the Microsoft word when it comes to movie scripts?

Computer guy also wants to add that he recommends me to upgrade to Window 7.

All that, I have a question. Where can I study tv or movie scripts? Ever since I cannot reply on the site that gave me a virus.

 

[tharpdevenport]

There are script sites out there. I used the "Signs" script to get an idea.

When I typed my script up back 2006, as I recall, Word was different and I was able to create formatting so I had control keys that automatically did certain formats, and then if I made a spelling error often on a certain word or character name, I used formatting to auto correct as I typed, to save me time of spell check later.

Bottom line: you NEVER have to buy those expensive script writting programs.



(I have no idea how to format on the new Word, whch won't matter anyway because it's asking for the Key again, and the Key is lost, so ... can't use the fucking legally bought program thanks to Microsoft bullshit)

 

[Australis]

I normally use Word, though I do have Final Draft 7 if I'm submitting something to a US producer and want the formatting/appearance really spot on. It probably isn't essential though.

As for where to find scripts, look around this site:
http://www.script-o-rama.com/

Note: you're still doing the tenses thing, make sure you don't do that in your scripts if you want to be taken seriously.

 

[Supreme Admiral]

I normally use Word, though I do have Final Draft 7 if I'm submitting something to a US producer and want the formatting/appearance really spot on. It probably isn't essential though.

As for where to find scripts, look around this site:
http://www.script-o-rama.com/

Note: you're still doing the tenses thing, make sure you don't do that in your scripts if you want to be taken seriously.

I am very serious about my scripts. I am following in footsteps of Star Trek, Transformers, G.I. Joe, Star Wars all together.

The title is called, "Garden Keys."

 

[SeerSGB]

Just want to letting you know that my scripts are going very well. Currently, I am written fourth episode and it's going to be very dark in the future episodes. I am trying to find a sense to write a perfect scripts when it comes to characters.

Last month, a friend of mine, we were discussed my scripts. I told him that I am going to do movie scripts coming next year, but want to know where to write on it, he recommended the Microsoft word.

Each person I spoke with, they also recommend the Microsoft word as well. I do not understand why they recommend the Microsoft word when it comes to movie scripts?

Computer guy also wants to add that he recommends me to upgrade to Window 7.

All that, I have a question. Where can I study tv or movie scripts? Ever since I cannot reply on the site that gave me a virus.

As to why Word: Ton of template out there (some free) for script formatting, to mention if they ask for a electronic copy Word's pretty standard fair in the office world. Frankly, though they're good they don't beat using a piece of dedicate software, and even that doesn't beat learning the format and doing it yourself the long hand way.

As for upgrading to Win. 7, if you don't need to don't do it. For stuff like wordprocessing there really isn't a reason.

 

[Supreme Admiral]

Just want to letting you know that my scripts are going very well. Currently, I am written fourth episode and it's going to be very dark in the future episodes. I am trying to find a sense to write a perfect scripts when it comes to characters.

Last month, a friend of mine, we were discussed my scripts. I told him that I am going to do movie scripts coming next year, but want to know where to write on it, he recommended the Microsoft word.

Each person I spoke with, they also recommend the Microsoft word as well. I do not understand why they recommend the Microsoft word when it comes to movie scripts?

Computer guy also wants to add that he recommends me to upgrade to Window 7.

All that, I have a question. Where can I study tv or movie scripts? Ever since I cannot reply on the site that gave me a virus.

As to why Word: Ton of template out there (some free) for script formatting, to mention if they ask for a electronic copy Word's pretty standard fair in the office world. Frankly, though they're good they don't beat using a piece of dedicate software, and even that doesn't beat learning the format and doing it yourself the long hand way.

As for upgrading to Win. 7, if you don't need to don't do it. For stuff like wordprocessing there really isn't a reason.

Thanks very much.

 

[tharpdevenport]

Like I said, you can format Word to where it produces the same formatting scripts use -- you don't have to buy or download anything.

 

[SeerSGB]

It's really a question of how much effort he wants to put into formatting: Templates and dedicated software will just make the formatting move quicker. Learning to do it the long way will help a person out in the field in the long run.

 

[tharpdevenport]

Yeah, but the long way can teach him things he may have not know, and in the future possibly help out someone else writing a script who has little money and is thinking buying a script writing program is the only option.

But anyway, good luck!

 

[Supreme Admiral]

Thanks, Tharpdevenport.

As goes for the scripts, I'm expecting to write up to 230 pages each for the movie scripts. But I've changed my mind to cut down to 205 to 220 pages each at least. The title is going to be called, "Garden Keys: Rings of Warrior planet."

There will be ten movies planned.

 

[SeerSGB]

Thanks, Tharpdevenport.

As goes for the scripts, I'm expecting to write up to 230 pages each for the movie scripts. But I've changed my mind to cut down to 205 to 220 pages each at least. The title is going to be called, "Garden Keys: Rings of Warrior planet."

There will be ten movies planned.

So you're talking 2 hour+ films, eh?

 

[Supreme Admiral]

Thanks, Tharpdevenport.

As goes for the scripts, I'm expecting to write up to 230 pages each for the movie scripts. But I've changed my mind to cut down to 205 to 220 pages each at least. The title is going to be called, "Garden Keys: Rings of Warrior planet."

There will be ten movies planned.

So you're talking 2 hour+ films, eh?

Yes. That's about it.

 

[Crusher Disciple]

If you're writing a short (10-15 page) script and don't mind tabbing all over the place manually, you can use Word.

But I highly recommend you save your sanity and download a free scriptwriting software called Centex.


It will help you get the formatting correct, which is important since screenwriting has the most rigid formatting rules of any writing genre.

 

[Mike Farley]

Thanks, Tharpdevenport.

As goes for the scripts, I'm expecting to write up to 230 pages each for the movie scripts. But I've changed my mind to cut down to 205 to 220 pages each at least. The title is going to be called, "Garden Keys: Rings of Warrior planet."

There will be ten movies planned.

That's almost twice as long as your script should be! I know everyone wants to write the next big LORD OF THE RINGS style epic, but no producer in Hollywood is going to read a script, from a new writer, that is 200+ pages. They aren't even going to open it up!

Your script should be between 110 and 120 pages max if you want any chance of getting it looked at.

 

[sidious618]

And if you tell them that there are ten movies planned you will be laughed out of the room. Have you read up on screenwriting? You may find it beneficial to read about how some people break in.

 

[SeerSGB]

And if you tell them that there are ten movies planned you will be laughed out of the room. Have you read up on screenwriting? You may find it beneficial to read about how some people break in.

True it wouldn't hurt to study up a bit. Check your local library, and local college/community college library, they should have a few books on scriptwriting. And read up on writing in general, not just screenwriting it'll help you with characterization and story structure.

 

[Michael Chris]

Cool. Keep us updated!

 

[Australis]

Scripts are supposed to run to about a page a minute. Therefore 225 pages would be a nearly 3.5 hour movie. Never going to happen.

Dude, here's a list of books I used to teach myself to write. Read them ALL. Don't repeat any nonsense about "They stifle my creativity, man". This will give you such a grounding that if you work hard, you should be okay.

Screenplay by Syd Field. I'd avoided this book for years, got it last year. Big mistake. It is widely acknowledged as THE book about scriptwriting.

The Complete Book of Scriptwriting by J. Michael Straczynski. Yes, the Babylon 5 guy. All form of scripts (movie, TV, radio, stage, etc). Very good on the basics.

Story by Robert McKee. Guy teaches a famous scriptwriting course in LA (iirc). This is the course basically distilled. I didn't find it quite so useful but it has some good stuff, and worth it (if a bit of a wade).

Screenwriting by Lew Hunter. Another guy who taught a writing course, a distillation. Much like the McKee book, but Hunter is more specific on movies.

They are the books on the technical aspects. These are more about the industry, how it works, what to keep in mind, and some really good tips buried in them.

Adventures In The Screen Trade and Which Lie Did I Tell? both by William Goldman. Written some very well known movies (Butch Cassidy, Absolute Power, The Ghost and the Darkness). The advantage of his stuff is that you can get his movies and read the story on how it was made from a writer's perspective.

Richard III by Ian McKellen, his script of the film of the play (and a bloody good film, imo). You got to see why he made certain choices, how he put it together, how he made it work.

The Greatest SciFi Movies Never Made by David Hughes. A little out of date now (Spider-Man, Fantastic Four and Watchmen are listed), but it explains why it took so long to make them.

The Trouble With Tribbles by David Gerrold. About how he came to write the TOS episode and all the steps and processes involved. haven't red it for a few years but well worth it. (I should try and find another copy).

There are many others. These are a starting point, worked for me.

On a personal note, I realised early that both TV and movie scripts have a framework - the three act structure for movies. The five act structure for TV (ad breaks, see?) and I knew I'd have to work within that framework. The balance of telling the story right with no holes, from within the frame. For me this works really well, it's gives the story a structure that I find lacking trying to write a novel.

Don't assume your brilliance will overcome any format issues that studio executives would have. It Just Doesn't Happen.

 

[Alpha Romeo]

Good luck, but I have to ask: Is english your second language? I suggest proof reading your scripts before you submit.

 

[Supreme Admiral]

Cool. Keep us updated!

I will keep you posted, Michael Chris.

There will be another sad episode that I'm about to writing in next week or two. It reminds me of something that hold so dear to my heart. Man, I don't like to write the saddest episode, but I have to do it. It will be in episode six as the team returns from explore the moons of the first four giant planets.

It will remind me of something so special from Naruto Shippuden. There will be so much of anger in that episode. Alas, many tears will be shed. It will be very, very good episode I've ever wrote for long time to come.

Revenge will be avenge in that episode as well. More like they're making their journey to the next world of the other side.

That's all the update I have right now.